As a staff member of an early childhood setting you play a vital role in reducing the incidence of skin cancer in Queensland. Skin cancer can be prevented. Skin damage from ultraviolet radiation from the sun causes skin cancer. In fact, it only takes five sunburns in a person’s lifetime to increase their risk of skin cancer. Children don‘t need to be intentionally exposed to the sun for therapeutic benefits.
By encouraging, supporting and role modelling sun safety at your service you are having an influence on the lives of children in your care, and of course protecting yourself from skin cancer. There are a number of sun safe practices including shade, clothing, hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen, that can help in protecting from ultraviolet radiation and preventing skin cancer.
The Cancer Council Queensland has a range of resources for early childhood centres. Contact the Cancer Council Queensland Helpline on 13 11 20.
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